Monforte Castle
Campobasso is a medieval town built on a hill dominated by the Monforte Castle, feudal symbol of the city. From the sixteenth century, the economic and demographic growth leads to an expansion of the village protected by the ancient walls.
A new urban expansion involving the land at the foot of the hill begins. In the past these territories were cultivated fields and woods. From the nineteenth century, according to the French taste of the wide streets, a new urban centre was designed. It was intended for the emerging middle class, and characterized by tree-lined squares, avenues, urban villas, botanical gardens and gardens which have assigned to Campobasso the name of "Garden City".
Viale delle Rimembranze Campobasso - Italy/Campobasso/Molise
Tourist experience: Interesting place from a historical and medieval architectural point of view, also due to the presence of a memorial monument dedicated to the Fallen of the 1st World War. On the top, from which it is possible to admire the panorama, there is also a meteorological station.
Spoken languages: Italian
Experience duration: 30 minutes
Opening: Tue-Sun from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm and from 3.30 pm to 7:30 pm
Closed on Monday
Booking: No reservation needed
20-40 min by walk from the nearest accommodation, car parking or bus station
Accessibility: Accessibility is guaranteed only to the internal courtyard by a ramp.
Cultural material heritage: Historical centre, Historical monument, Historical palace/castle
Cultural immaterial heritage: Historical itinerary, Local traditions or legend, Local events (theatre, music, dance, exhibitions), Legendary or historical persona or character
Natural heritage: Hills, Flora, SIC Area (site of community interest)
Hidden tangible patrimony: Landscapes
Hidden intangible patrimony: Local customs
Experiences: Showing around
Form filler: Nella Rescigno